Speaking to media after the match, Wallabies coach Michael Cheika revealed that Tui had told his teammates he didn't want to play any more in 2018.

"[It got] to a point where the player is in the dressing room [saying] he's not going to be playing anymore because of that incident," Cheika said.

"I hope the fan is happy.

"He's not going to play and he needs a rest. That's a pretty heavy thing to happen.

"He just said it in the dressing room to players now off the back of a very difficult dressing room. It's not what you want to have."

A number of teammates and fans took to social media to offer their support to Tui after the match.

Everyone giving Lukan Tui a hard time. U muppets need to réalisé he lost his old man a few days before.. the fact he played n did his best under pressure for the wallabies. It speaks volume of his character...they lost so what!... you u my hero brus!! @LukhanTui

My guy here is a super kid, does all that he can for his family, friends and teammates. I'm proud of him for playing tonight, I'm sure it would have been tough after the week he has had. Love you @LukhanTui We got you my brother ✊🏾💯❤️ https://t.co/Xar8ykpnsY